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John Haffey

Client Editor

jhaffey@dailyvoice.com

John is a graduate of Villanova University with degrees in History, Communications, and Political Science. A lifelong Norwalk resident, he covers an array of topics from real estate and education to sports and entertainment. John has previously worked as a freelance reporter and brings experience in digital media advertising. A surfer, fisherman, and boater, John is prone to drop everything if the fish begin to bite or the waves are on. John Haffey was a former content writer at Daily Voice.

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Schools

Pace Tackles Collegiate Drop-Out Problem At Northeast-Wide Conference PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Obtaining an undergraduate degree opens up incredible opportunities for many young professionals. However, not all students who begin college complete their course of study; in fact, loneliness, debt and mental health issues are some of the most common reasons why students drop out of school before receiving their degree. To combat this trend, Pace University welcomed educators from public and private colleges across the Northeast to a one-of-a-kind conference designed to examine the issue of student retention. “It is our responsibility to make available to our stude…

Content Partner: Pace University

Lifestyle

Curb Usage And Save Money With Six Indoor Water-Conserving Tips ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Water usage during the summertime can skyrocket. While outdoor activities such as watering plants and filling and maintaining pools require large amounts of water, daily indoor usage can also cause overall consumption to rise. However, with a little foresight and awareness, homeowners can minimize their monthly intake, all while helping both their wallets and the environment. To help start the savings, Suez shared six simple ways Rockland residents can reduce their water usage instantly: Hop in and hop out: Shortening shower time by a minute or two can save up to 15…

Content Partner: SUEZ

Lifestyle

Immunotherapy: A Powerful New Weapon In The Fight Against Cancer The future of cancer care, it turns out, may actually be within us. Immunotherapy, a treatment approach that harnesses the power of one’s immune system to attack disease, is being lauded as one of the newest cancer therapies, along with precision-targeted therapy, designed to improve the quality of life and survival of cancer patients. And, as a powerful new weapon in the fight against cancer, scientists continue to discover new ways to expand the use of immunotherapy to treat a wider range of cancers than ever before. The idea behind immunotherapy is simple: our immune system is able to rec…

Content Partner: NewYork-Presbyterian

Lifestyle

Cool Down This Summer With Red Hot Lakeside Listings Instead of sitting in traffic on the way to the beach this summer, avoid the wait and head to the woods for a different type of waterfront escape. For those seeking log cabin living without having to rough it, 50 Sail Harbour Drive in New Fairfield, Connecticut, offers the best of both worlds. The Adirondack lake house sits on Candlewood Lake, which has become one of the area's up-and-coming waterfront destinations. The house has been built entirely of post and beam construction, and does not contain a single nail. From the listing's hilltop vantage point, owners and guests can enjoy panora…

Content Partner: Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Lifestyle

Shuck, Slurp And Be Happy This Summer With Prized Local Oysters Although not every oyster contains a pearl, the shellfish offers a summer reward of a different kind for seafood lovers everywhere. Locally harvested and internationally renown, the Long Island Sound’s Blue Point Oysters are sourced directly from the Connecticut coastline and arrive at Stew Leonard’s stores on a daily basis. The result is a briny, savory treat that often travels only a few miles from dock to plate. “There’s no better way to beat the heat this summer than by slurping an oyster and enjoying a cold glass of Sauvignon Blanc,” said Stew Leonard Jr., president and CEO of Stew Leon…

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Lifestyle

Moved By Tragedy, Late Yonkers Philanthropists Still Support Community YONKERS, N.Y. -- In the face of unspeakable sadness, both Marty and Iris Walshin turned their heartbreak into hope for the greater Yonkers community. Lifelong New Yorkers, the couple founded and operated Martin Walshin, Inc., a Westchester-based HVAC supply company which rose from humble beginnings to become a multi-million dollar business. As their business grew from operating out of a station wagon to eventually becoming the area's largest wholesale distributors, the Walshins experienced two separate tragedies. Both their daughters, Donna and Helen, died unexpectedly, leaving a hole in the…

Content Partner: St John's Riverside Hospital

Lifestyle

Does Running Increase Your Risk of Developing Osteoarthritis? PARAMUS, NJ. -- One of the most popular and fastest growing sports in the United States, running totaled over 64 million participants last year alone. In the last three years, the number of master runners, or those over the age of 40, has grown to represent the largest age group of all half-marathon and marathon participants. Although running has been shown to reduce the risk of disease, as well as having countless physical, psychological and emotional health benefits, controversy still exists regarding the detrimental effects of running. With a growing proportion of older runners, concern …

Content Partner: Hospital for Special Surgery

Lifestyle

Nuisance Or Necessary: How Important Are Annual Check-Ups? A rite of passage since early childhood, annual physical exams are commonplace among most healthy Americans. However, this onetime routine check-up has come into question in recent years, due in part to a perceived lack of correlation between check-ups and long-term health. Does the traditional annual check-up still matter? Although the reasoning for the visit may have changed, many doctors still stress the importance of the yearly exam. "Some studies have found that the annual physical doesn’t save lives or reduce hospitalizations, and others suggest that unnecessary tests and procedu…

Content Partner: CareMount Medical

Schools

Pace People This Week: Nuclear Disarmament And Global Finance Authorship PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Bill Colona, Pace's director of Government and Community Relations, was honored by the Business Council of Westchester and was named to their 2017 class of "40 under 40" rising professionals. Matt Mainzer ’17, economics, was a finalist for a 2017 Fulbright award. He was also selected for a summer internship with the US Department of State in Baku, Azerbaijan. He was interviewed by PIX 11 last year as part of the network's series on veterans. His story can be read here. Lubin Schoo…

Content Partner: Pace University

Lifestyle

Fearlessly Face The Flame This Summer, With Grill Tips From Stew Leonard's Grilling the perfect summer dinner can sometimes seem like an impossible task. Managing varying heat, levels of doneness and cooking times can spell disaster for the unprepared chef. However, thanks to the grill experts at Stew Leonard's, cooking al fresco is easy with just a little know-how and the proper preparation. In the summer, red meat is king. When preparing to grill the perfect steak, the process begins before ever turning on the flame. Since overly fatty cuts can cause flare-ups and give food a burnt flavor, it's important to ask your butcher to trim away excess fat from every cut.…

Content Partner: Stew Leonard’s

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